Fundanoodle Open House in Charlotte NC and 20% Online Discount

 

Fundanoodle is a new education readiness brand from Carolina Pad designed to develop and improve the skills needed for handwriting and many other everyday activities. Created with the belief that learning these skills should be educational and fun, Fundanoodle's 15 modules help kids have fun while:

• Helping fine and gross motor coordination
• Enhancing eye-hand coordination
• Encouraging touch and visual exploration
• Promoting problem-solving, discovery, and self-esteem

Fundanoodle products range from writing tablets to multi-activity kits, all designed to make learning a fun and interactive experience. Organized in developmentally appropriate progression, Fundanoodle activities encourage kids to focus on and complete increasingly complex tasks. Fundanoodle is also a great way for parents and kids to engage in meaningful learning experiences together. Learn more about key benefits and features of Fundanoodle.

My readers will receive a 20% discount when they use code SUMMER at checkout!

 
Fundanoodle will have Open House on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 from 9am - 6pm at Innovation Station in Atheron Mill Lofts (Southend), 2108 South Blvd. Suite 100 in Charlotte, NC 28203.

FREE Valspar Paint

 

Looking for some FREE Valspar paint? Head on over to the Valspar Facebook page and you can score a coupon for a free 8oz sample of paint, redeemable at Lowe's Home Improvement. Keep in mind this coupon expires on 2/7/13. I think it's time to start planning some projects for spring and summer! :)

Disney on Ice: Worlds of Fantasy Discount & Ticket Giveaway for Charlotte, NC

I don't know who's more excited about Disney on Ice: Worlds of Fantasy coming to Charlotte, NC, my daughter or myself! Seriously...I am by far the biggest kid at heart! I have to admit, my parents were great to us while growing up. They were always taking us on trips or giving my brother and myself plenty of fun opportunities, but I never got to see Disney on Ice! I guess they figured those 895 times to Disney World was good enough. LOL! Now it's my turn to see dreams come true through my daughter's eyes just like my parents experienced so many times before. 

Are you in the Charlotte, NC or surrounding area? Disney on Ice: Worlds of Fantasy will be at Time Warner Cable Arena for 9 shows.

 

Here's the schedule:

Wednesday October 10, 2012 at 7:00pm

Thursday October 11, 2012 at 7:00pm

Friday October 12, 2012 at 10:30am and 7:00pm

Saturday October 13, 2012 at 11:00 am, 2:30pm, and 6:30pm

Sunday October 14, 2012 at 12:00pm and 4:00pm

What's more exciting than seeing your children's (or yourself) dreams come true? Being able to do it for FREE! I've been so incredibly lucky to be able to offer one 4 pack of tickets to opening night, Wednesday October 10th at 7pm, to one of my readers! Can I get a *woohooo*? 

Travel with Ease: Packing Cubes by eBags Review and Giveaway

    Have no fear, an organization solution here is! Hello Packing Cubes by eBags!

No more digging for me!

 It's no secret, I love to travel! Growing up was a great joy for me because my parents traveled everywhere with myself and brother in tow. Between traveling for soccer tournaments in other states, going to Florida to see family, and vacations throughout the United States, I learned that traveling is something I live for! My husband and I agreed that we would do the same with our daughter and so far we have made good on our word.

     One problem! Traveling with a toddler adds more to the load! If my husband ever thought that I over-packed for myself, he was in a rude awakening for when our daughter was born! We all know that baby and toddler clothes are so cute, but they're so tiny and always end up a mess after the first day of rummaging through a suitcase! Seriously...I'm sure you know what I'm talking about! That rainbow mess of tops, bottoms, socks, underwear, hair bows, bathing suits, and who knows what else always frustrates me to no end! I try so hard to keep my daughter's bags in order by placing outfits together and the small stuff in different compartments but they still end up a jumbled up mess! My husband is just as guilty shhhh....I know he won't admit it though of just grabbing whatever out of our daughter's bags. For example: on our vacation to see my in-laws, he grabbed a top from the top of the stack and a pair of shorts from the bottom. Ummm...here's your sign. ;) All it takes is one time sifting to the bottom of a bag and everything comes flowing out like brightly colored volcano lava.

Use a different size bag for different categories of items.

     Enter Packing Cubes by eBags! These handy 3 piece sets are sure to make any mommy's life more organized! Each set includes a small, medium, and large cube that help keep your suitcase or weekender bags nice and neat. Each cube is made from durable lightweight nylon and has a see through mesh to make your life easier by being able to see what's inside. No more guessing for my husband! They also have a wonderful handle so you can easily pull them out or even use them by themselves, which is great if you like to keep your toiletries out like I do.

Handles make them easy to grab and no stick zippers are great!

    Packing Cubes not only keep you organized, but they help keep all of your clothes wrinkle free. I grew up with a mom that made us iron everything! I'm now 28 and still iron all of my clothes to this day! I detest ironing my clothes before vacation because they end up wrinkled anyway! I now have a solution for that problem. Also, if you're going on vacation where you'll have drawers to store your items in, Packing Cubes are an easy transition from your suitcase or bag to your drawers. You'll also have peace of mind knowing that your clothes are in a sanitary place! Thank you eBags!

Another huge convenience to Packing Cubes is that they stack inside of each other for easy storage when not in use! You can simply place the smaller ones inside the large one and store them in your suitcase! No more wasted space!

Easily stacked in and out of the suitcase.

So compact and organized leaves room for last minute items!

    The only problem I can see is that there's so many awesome colors to choose from! Ok, so maybe that's not a problem! It might be if you're the most indecisive person in the world, like myself! Trying to decide between 10 amazing colors isn't easy. Rest assured, I don't think you can go wrong. I was so excited when I received my Packing Cubes because they were exactly what was pictured! How many times do you think you're getting one color, and it ends up being totally different? I hate that!

You have no idea how handy these have been over the past month! I feel like we all have lived out of a suitcase! Between multiple trips to the beach, trip to see in-laws, our daughter going to stay with her maw maw and paw paw, and so much more I'm not sure if I've ever really taken everything out of our bags! Good thing with the Packing Cubes, I can just wash and pack again! ;)  Who knew that something so small and simple could be such a lifesaver? I will definitely be purchasing more so we all have our own set! I'd love to have that Peony pink or Canary yellow!

Packing Cubes fit in a variety of non-structured weekender style bags or your traditional suitcase!

Want to keep up with other awesome products by eBags? Check out eBags' Facebook Page and Twitter.

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Want your own? eBags so kindly let me provide my awesome readers with a special discount! Huge thanks to them for allowing this discount, because we ALL love an awesome discount...right?! ;)
Use the link here to get 25% off your purchase at eBags! 

WIN YOUR OWN! 
Thanks to eBags for being so generous to give one set of Packing Cubes away to my awesome readers! You'll find the Rafflecopter below. Good Luck!

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Fall Consignment Sales: Charlotte, NC and Surrounding Cities

Photo courtesy of Charlotte Mothers of Multiples

    

      Are you preparing for Fall and Winter yet? How about Christmas? Well, now is the time to start preparing! I'm having a hard time believing that summer has flown by so quickly! Honestly, where does the time go? I'm assuming it's because I have a family, because I certainly do not remember time flying this quickly when I was younger!

                 

     That being said, I like to go ahead and stock up on my daughter's clothes, shoes, toys, and a plethora of other items before the next season hits. I do this mainly because you can obviously get items much cheaper, but also because I do not have to run out and do a huge shopping spree! Between clearance shopping at a few go-to stores (more about that later) and consignment sales, I keep my daughter stocked with everything she could possibly need! Before I had my daughter, I honestly would not be caught dead at a clothing type consignment sale. I'm still pretty picky about what I will buy, but I try to stop and remember that kids stuff is barely used for the most part especially if their child is anything like mine! Plus, most of the sales are pretty picky about what they will take so you don't end up scouring through stained and broken items. 

Photo courtesy of Charlotte Mothers of Multiples

     Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas are already starting their huge Fall consignment season. You'll be able to find lots of kid consignment sales as well as ones for the entire family! Over the past 2 years I've started familiarizing myself with the different sales so I can hit them up when the time comes. Just a few days ago my SIL (sister-in-law) messaged me and gave me the heads up on one that she'll be consigning at, and I made sure to let her know that I'd also pass this valuable information along. After all, she does want to sell her 360+ items so make sure to visit the Tar Heels Kids Consignment! ;) 

     On the other hand, you can also sign up to consign your items that you're ready to part with. I've honestly yet to consign anything, but do plan on trying to this year. Each consignment sale will have their own set of rules, so you will have to contact them individually. Honestly, the ladies that usually run these events are quite pleasant to work with, so do not hesitate to ask your questions! :) 

Here's a List to Get You Started:

Tar Heels Kids Consignment 

Location: Cabarrus Arena & Events Center.  Concord, NC

Dates open to public:

July 19-22, 2012

Early hours for pass holders (please see website for more details)

Thursday: 6pm-9pm

Friday: 9am-4pm

Saturday: 9am-5pm (50% off select items)

Sunday: 9am-3pm (60% off select items)

Features seasonal kids clothing (infants through juniors), toys, accessories, maternity

Green Jeans Consignment

Locations: Southpark, Lake Norman, Fort Mill.

Dates open to public:

  August 3-5, 2012 (1st sale located at Queens Sports Complex, Charlotte, NC)

Friday: 9am-8pm

Saturday: 9am-6pm

Sunday: 9am-3pm (half price sale)

September 26-29, 2012 (Lake Norman location. Please see website for additional details)

October 3-6, 2012 (Fort Mill. See website for additional details)

Features new and recycled brand name and boutique clothing, shoes, and accessories from petite to plus sizes. Includes maternity for women and teens 

 

Charlotte Mothers of Multiples Fall/Winter Sale 

Location: The Park Expo & Conference Center (Formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart). Charlotte, NC

Dates open to public: August 11, 2012

Time: 7:30am-8:30am (early bird with $2 admission)

8:30am-12:15pm (free entrance)

12:45pm-3pm (public half price shopping)

Features: Shop thousands of gently used items including children's and baby clothing, equipment, furniture, toys, games, and maternity wear. Voted #1 Voter's Choice Best of the Best Consignment Sale by Charlotte Magazine. Visa and MasterCard accepted. No strollers or carts.

For Every Season Consignment Sale 

Location: The Pointe Arena (Beside Knights Stadium). Fort Mill, SC

Dates open to public: August 22-25, 2012  

Wednesday: 9am-7pm

Thursday: 9am-7pm

Friday: 9am-7pm

Saturday: 10am-2pm (50% off sale)

High quality items for your family 

Union Academy's Tots 2 Teens Kids Consignment

Location: Union Academy Charter School. Monroe, NC

Dates open to public:

August 24-25, 2012

Friday: 1pm-7pm ($5 at door to support public school's fundraising effort)

Saturday: Doors open at 8am

Features new and used newborn to teenage children's (fall/winter) clothing, baby gear, toys, books, DVD's, shoes, school uniforms, furniture, and more.

The Upscale Wee Sale 

Location: Old Goody's Store in the Rock Hill Galleria Mall

Dates open to public:

September 6-9, 2012

Thursday: Shop early at 4pm with 3 canned goods per person 

5pm-9pm afterward

Friday: 10am-8pm

Saturday: 10am-6pm

Sunday: 1:30pm-6pm (most items 1/2 off)

Sail Again Children's Consignment 

Location: Lake Norman (TBA)

Dates open to public:

September 12-15, 2012

Lake Norman's newest seasonal consignment sale. Moms supporting moms! Gearing up for 3rd "Sail"

For more information please visit their website. Information will be updated as released.

The Posh Closet Fine Children's Consignment Sale 

 Location: South Charlotte & Lake Norman

 Dates open to public:

September 13, 2012 (South Charlotte. South Charlotte Banquet Center 

10am-5pm (Free admission to public)

6pm-9pm (30% off sale on select items)  

September 25, 2012 (Lake Norman. Location TBA)

10am-5pm (free admission to public)

6pm-9pm (30% off sale on select items)

Features gently used smocked, boutique, home show, and name brand in excellent condition.

TTB KIDZ

 Location: Metrolina Tradeshow Expo. Charlotte, NC

Dates open to public: 

 September 13-15, 2012

Thursday: 8am-8pm

Friday: 8am-8pm

Saturday: 8am-3pm (50% off select items)

Features 37,000 square feet of shopping. Toys to books, trikes to bikes, everything tops to bottoms.

Teri's Kidz Consignment Sales 

Location: Mooresville, NC (TBA)

Dates open to public:

September 16-22, 2012

More information as it comes available. See website for updates or Teri's Kidz Facebook Page 

Kat's Kid Sale 

Location: Harris Teeter/Rosedale Shopping Center. Huntersville, NC

Dates open to public: 

September 19-22, 2012

Wednesday: 9am-9pm

Thursday: 9am-7pm

Friday: 9am-7pm

Saturday: 8am-1pm

Features name brands at bargain prices. Voted Charlotte's Best Consignment Sale by Consignment Mommies

Just a Week Boutique 
Location: TBD (Pineville, NC area)
Dates open to public: 
September 20-22, 2012
Friday: 8am-8pm
Saturday: 8am-2pm (50% off sale)
Second sale this Fall!
Features Half off registration til August 1st, 2012 with all proceeds from registration going to Isabella Santos Foundation. 
Please visit their Facebook page to keep up with new information! :)

If you have any consignment sales in the Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas you would like to see added to the list, please feel free to leave me a comment below or send me an email! I'd love to include your favorites or ones that you will be consigning at! :) 

Happy Shopping/Selling! 

50 FREE 4x6" Prints at Target: This Week Only!

Do you have a lot of pictures that you need printed from the 4th of July Holiday? If so, hurry on over to Target's Website and print the $5 off coupon located under the "Electronics" tab located on the left! This week Target has $0.10 prints making 50 4x6" prints FREE! I wouldn't poke along, this coupon may run out of prints quickly! We visited my in-laws for a week and I have tons of pics I need to print from our trip to the zoo, Grant's Farm, spending time with family, and more! :) Stay tuned for a few of those pics!





Thanks, Money Saving Mom

Bye Bye Pesky Fat: Let's Get Naked With CoolSculpting

I don't know about where you're at, but where I'm at in North Carolina, it's over 100 degrees outside! You know what would be cooler than this hot and humid weather? CoolSculpting! 

Are you wondering what the weather has to do with getting naked and CoolSculpting? Let me tell you! You know those extra little pockets of fat some of us moms can't seem to get rid of with diet and exercise? Now you can get rid of those to look your absolute best in this oh so hot weather! CoolSculpting is bringing their "Let's Get Naked" campaign to Charlotte, NC and they want to help you look and feel the best in your own skin! Honestly, I worked so hard to lose weight before I had my daughter and even after having lost 70 pounds and working out to extremes, I still had that extra "fluff" that I could've stood to have gotten rid of! As much as invasive surgery has been popular over the years, it's just not for me! I'm a stay at home mom and I cannot afford to have any down time, and even if I was still working I couldn't afford that either!

Thanks to CoolSculpting, a unique procedure that is FDA cleared, you no longer have to experience down time from your work or family just to get rid of those pesky fat cells that's causing your muffin top. You can actually schedule your appointment during your lunch break if you wish because it only takes about one hour to complete. I'm not sure about you, but I spend more time than that in one gym session! The best part about CoolSculpting is that it requires no needles, cutting, suctioning or any of those other potentially dangerous and invasive procedures! Awesome, because I hate needles! CoolSculpting is painless and the results are dramatic. You can see an average of 20 percent reduction of fat in the treated areas in as little as four weeks! 

Are you wondering how it works? Essentially they use an applicator that creates a barrier and it suctions your skin up and freezes the underlying fat cells causing them to die. Because there is a barrier there, you do not have to worry about any negative effects of the applicator as it only concentrates the cold on the fat cells! Amazing! Most patients will continue to see more dramatic results between two and four months as the body naturally rids itself of the dead fat cells. 

I should tell you that CoolSculpting is not for everyone, as it is not intended as a weight loss regimen! AKA, I better put down this ice cream cone! JK! If you would like to learn more, you should visit CoolSculpting's webpage. I personally think this is a wonderful discovery! If I had known about this before having my daughter, I would've jumped right on it! I used to live at the beach so wearing a bathing suit was a daily outfit!

     If you are interested in the "Let's Get Naked" campaign in Charlotte, NC you can find a participating doctor of the Cool Night Out events throughout summer to educate patients about CoolSculpting and offer lots of cool giveaways and promotions at letsgetnaked.com/Charlotte. While you're there, be sure to enter to win a CoolSculpting treatment and a VIP trip to LA. 

 

     You could win a CoolSculpting treatment to help you get your body summer ready and a VIP trip to LA, where you will enjoy the pool scene at one of the most luxurious hotels in town. ENTER NOW ON FACEBOOK!

So are you ready to get rid of that pesky and oh so stubborn body fat? Say goodbye and Let's Get Naked!

 

 

~*Disclosure: Compensation was provided for this sponsored post . The opinions expressed are those of my own and are not influenced by the opinions and position of CoolSculpting nor its affiliates. As always I am not a medical profession. When considering any procedure, please consult your doctor.*~